Mandela concert line-up announced
Queen, Leona Lewis, Annie Lennox and the Soweto Gospel Choir are among the acts that will appear at a concert for Nelson Mandela's 90th birthday in June.
Concert to celebrate Mandela's 90th birthday
Amy Winehouse, Dame Shirley Bassey, Queen and Annie Lennox are some of the top acts scheduled to appear at a concert for Nelson Mandela's 90th birthday this summer.
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Prom horror remake tops US box office
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21 plays its cards right at box office
Gambling drama 21 has debuted at the top of the North American box office, according to studio estimates.
Dr Seuss animation holds top spot in US
Animated movie Dr Seuss' Horton Hears A Who! has topped the US box office for a second weekend.
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